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Pica Pollo Joa Restaurant

1370 Saint Nicholas Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10033
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 10, 2025
43
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show three inspections at Pica Pollo Joa Restaurant stretching back to 2025. The most recent report on file is from Nov 10, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Things have moved in the wrong direction: violation counts went from four to seven.

Across the inspection history, hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Pica Pollo Joa Restaurant's latest score of 43 falls below the Manhattan average of 77. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

3
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
06B
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
43
Jun 4, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
70
Mar 24, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
50

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pica Pollo Joa Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pica Pollo Joa Restaurant on file is from Nov 10, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pica Pollo Joa Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pica Pollo Joa Restaurant.

How does Pica Pollo Joa Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Pica Pollo Joa Restaurant most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Pica Pollo Joa Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pica Pollo Joa Restaurant have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about four per visit to around seven more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Pica Pollo Joa Restaurant means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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